The iPhone X is now available for pre-order

In case you've spent the last month living under a rock and missed the news -- not to mention our review -- the device represents quite a departure for Apple.

For one thing, it priced from $1,000. Yes, that's the entry-level cost.

Design-wise there is much new for Apple, too. The iPhone X discards the home button in favor of an all-screen front. Rather than Touch ID, it comes with Face ID, a new security system that scans the owner's face. Apple claims it is even more secure than using a person's fingerprint.

Availability is likely to be scarce -- even more so if you read to the end of this post -- but those seeking pre-order can do so as of now on the Apple site.

Initial shipment dates for those who have been successful appear to be 2-3 weeks (Update: shipping estimates have now slipped to 5 to 6 weeks), but, if you think you can take on the crowd, the phone will be available from November 3 in stores in the following countries:

“We are thrilled to be taking orders for iPhone X, the future of the smartphone. We can see from the initial response, customer demand is off the charts. We’re working hard to get this revolutionary new product into the hands of every customer who wants one, as quickly as possible. We will keep accepting orders online, and iPhone X will be available at Apple retail stores on Friday, November 3 starting at 8 a.m., as well as from our carrier and retailer partners around the world.”